[Lefty Noob]

No surprise here. According to the AP, "The Pittsburgh Pirates sent John Van Benschoten to Triple-A Indianapolis on Saturday, a day after the right-hander lost his fifth straight decision... A former first-round pick, Van Benschoten is 0-5 with a 9.76 ERA in seven starts this year. Van Benschoten allowed seven runs and six hits in 2 1-3 innings in an 8-1 loss to the Phillies on Friday. He didn't pitch out of the third inning in his last three starts."

Tony Armas Jr. has been called up and will start Wednesday against the Cardinals.

[azrael492]

How old is the guy. Is he just young or is he a bust? If he is young he may be able to bounce back after more time in the minor leagues.

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by azrael492

How old is the guy. Is he just young or is he a bust? If he is young he may be able to bounce back after more time in the minor leagues.

He's 27 and made his MLB debut in 2004. Not sure if he's officially a bust yet, but he's darn close. Lots of injuries.

[Kasey Kahne 9 fan]

He should of start AAA this season with all the injuries this is about damn time.